The Maximum Time Allowed for the Tourniquet to Remain Tied

question 23

Multiple Choice

The maximum time allowed for the tourniquet to remain tied on the arm of the patient is:

• A) 30 seconds.
• B) 1 minute.
• C) 5 minutes.
• D) 10 minutes.

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Definitions:

Atomic Sentences

Simple statements in logic that cannot be broken down into smaller components while maintaining original meaning.

Truth Table

A mathematical table used in logic to determine the truth value of logical expressions depending on the truth values of their components.

Hypothetical Syllogism (HS)

A form of logical argument where two conditional statements lead to a conclusion, following the pattern: If A, then B; If B, then C; Therefore, if A, then C.

Modus Ponens (MP)

A logical argument form where if a conditional statement ("if p then q") is accepted, and the antecedent (p) is shown to be true, then the consequent (q) must also be true.